KEVIN®: The Smart Security Box Inspired by “Home Alone” to Prevent Burglaries

The KEVIN® security box was inspired by the classic Christmas movie Home Alone, where young Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind while his family goes on vacation. Alone in the house, Kevin cleverly uses light, sound, and movement to simulate his family’s presence—successfully fooling burglars into thinking someone is home.

This concept became the foundation for KEVIN®, a smart home security device designed to deter burglars by simulating the presence of people inside your home — both day and night.

🔐 How KEVIN® Works – Smart Presence Simulation for Burglary Prevention

Using AI, motion simulation, ambient soundscapes, and dynamic lighting, KEVIN® creates the realistic illusion that someone is home—even when you’re not.

From outside the home, burglars will notice:

• The light flicker of a TV or lamp casting on the wall

• The shadow of people walking or moving around

• Sounds of daily life—such as vacuuming, cooking, laughing, or talking on the phone

• Door sounds, footsteps, and even family conversations

More than 100 pre-recorded household activities and over 70 hours of varied simulation are already integrated into KEVIN®, making each experience unique and unpredictable — just like real life.

Unlike traditional alarm systems that react after a break-in attempt, KEVIN® proactively prevents intrusions by making your home look occupied at all times.

🌍 Protect Your Home with the KEVIN® Burglary Prevention System

KEVIN® is ideal for:

• Frequent travelers

• People living alone

• Families going on holiday

• Airbnb or rental property owners

• Smart home security enthusiasts

No cameras. No microphones. Just privacy-respecting AI security that works out of the box.

🧠 Why KEVIN® is Different from Traditional Security Devices

🔧 KEVIN®: The Smart, Multifunctional Security Companion You Can Control Anywhere

KEVIN® can be easily operated manually or remotely via the Mitipi KEVIN® App, available for iOS and Android. The app unlocks a wide range of features that let users customize and personalize their KEVIN® experience for maximum burglary prevention.

Whether you’re on the move or simply following a routine, the app allows you to:

• 🕒 Program a full-day schedule, tailored to your lifestyle

• 📱 Control KEVIN® remotely from anywhere in the world

• 🏡 Activate automatic presence simulation the moment you leave home

• 👤 Customize your settings based on whether you live alone, with family, or often host visitors

This level of control transforms KEVIN® from a smart device into a personalized virtual roommate—one with a single mission:
To prevent burglaries proactively, during the day and at night.

🎛️ Smart Features, Smarter Protection

KEVIN® comes with over 100 pre-programmed activities and more than 70 hours of realistic simulation, creating the illusion of life at home even when it’s empty. Through the app, users can go one step further by uploading personal audio files—from their dog’s barking, favorite sports broadcasts, to household conversations or background music.

This makes KEVIN® not just smart, but uniquely yours.

🔊 More Than Security – A Stylish Speaker and Ambient Light

When you’re home, KEVIN® transitions into a high-quality Bluetooth speaker that connects to your smartphone or tablet. You can stream your favorite music, news, or podcasts, and even activate a dynamic light show or use KEVIN® as a modern ambient lamp.

🇨🇭 Designed in Switzerland – Function Meets Style

KEVIN® is more than a security device. With its sleek, modern design and multifunctionality, it’s been called the “Swiss Army knife for home security, design, and sound.”
Perfect for:

• Design-conscious users

• Tech-savvy individuals

• Frequent travelers

• Remote workers

• Families and professionals.

🧠 KEVIN® Protects Your Mental Health After a Burglary

A burglary is not just a material loss—it’s a deeply traumatic experience. According to multiple studies, nearly 45% of burglary victims suffer from lasting anxiety, and 1 in 4 struggles with sleep disturbances after a break-in. The emotional toll can lead to people feeling unsafe in their own home, sometimes even prompting them to move.

KEVIN® helps restore peace of mind.
By simulating human presence using realistic light, shadow, and sound effects, KEVIN® deters intruders proactively—before they even consider entering. For victims of break-ins, KEVIN® acts like a virtual companion, making the home feel secure again, especially during the night or while away.

✅ Psychological benefit: Users report feeling safer and sleeping better after installing KEVIN®. Check the videos here: https://mitipi.com/why-kevin-best-security-solution/

💰 KEVIN® Saves Money—Now and in the Future

Home invasions are often not one-time events. According to data from U.S. studies, more than 50% of burglary victims are targeted again within 4–5 weeks, often by the same perpetrators. Preventing a repeat break-in can save thousands in financial damage—not to mention emotional distress.

KEVIN® is a cost-effective solution:

✅ No installation required – Simply plug it in and it works.

✅ No subscription or hidden costs – Pay once, protect for years.

✅ Low power consumption – KEVIN® uses just 9 watts per hour, while traditional presence simulation (lights, TVs, radios on timers) can use over 200 watts per hour.

💡 With KEVIN®, you save over 20 times in energy costs while getting a smarter, more realistic simulation.

🚫 KEVIN® Prevents Burglaries Before They Happen

Burglars avoid homes where people seem to be present. In interviews with convicted burglars, the majority confirmed they would skip houses that appeared occupied. This is where KEVIN® excels—by simulating:

• TV flickering and ambient lighting

• Moving shadows

• Realistic sounds like conversations, music, cleaning, or even a dog barking

A recent Mitipi customer survey shows:

💬 Over 40% of respondents had previously experienced a burglary. Since using KEVIN®, none of them experienced another break-in.

With 100 pre-installed activity patterns and over 70 hours of simulation, KEVIN® convincingly creates the illusion of life inside your home—even when you’re away for the weekend or on vacation.

💡 Summary Table: Why KEVIN® Is So Important

When it comes to burglary prevention, law enforcement agencies across the United States and Switzerland agree on one key principle:

Simulating presence is one of the most effective ways to keep burglars out of your home.

👮 What Police Officers Say

In conversations with multiple police departments and crime prevention experts in both countries, the message is consistent:

Burglars avoid homes that appear occupied.
When they suspect someone is inside, they move on—because the risk is too high.

Why? Because the legal consequences escalate dramatically if burglars are caught in the act and a confrontation occurs:

• In most jurisdictions, home invasions with occupants present can result in felony charges and significantly harsher prison sentences.

• In contrast, if no one is home and no violence occurs, penalties are much lighter.

📉 Low Clearance Rates—High Confidence for Criminals

Presence simulation becomes even more critical when considering how few burglaries are actually solved:

• In the United States, the burglary clearance rate is only 12%, meaning only 1 in 8 cases leads to an arrest or identification of the offender.

• In Switzerland, the rate is slightly better at around 25%, but that still means 3 out of 4 burglars go unpunished.

🔍 Burglars know this.
They are aware of their odds of being caught—and they act quickly. Research shows most burglaries last less than 5 to 7 minutes, especially when the house appears empty. A realistic simulation of people being home adds the critical uncertainty that deters them.

💡 Why KEVIN® Is What the Police Recommend—In Action

KEVIN® perfectly implements this law enforcement advice. It:

• Simulates realistic light, shadow, and sound effects

• Creates the illusion of activity throughout the day and evening

• Delivers over 70 hours of pre-programmed behavior patterns and 100+ human-like activities

• Requires no installation or tech knowledge—just plug & protect

By making burglars think someone is home, KEVIN® gives them a simple reason to walk away.

📊 Summary Table: Law Enforcement and Burglary Facts